Racing Louisville mentioned in a press release Monday that midfielder Savannah DeMelo is “awake and in good spirits” at some point after experiencing a medical emergency on the sector throughout a recreation on the Seattle Reign.
The match was suspended at halftime Sunday night time as DeMelo was attended to. Racing Louisville mentioned that the groups will play the second half of the match Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT with out followers in the stadium. The rating was 0-0 after the primary half.
DeMelo is present process assessments in the Seattle-area hospital.
“I’m lucky to have my family with me while I’m waiting for test results to come back,” DeMelo mentioned in a press release. “I’m extremely thankful to our whole medical staff for the quick response. They’ve been with me every step of the way. The support from everyone has truly meant the world to me, and I’m excited to cheer on the girls this week.”
DeMelo, 27, slowly took a seated place on the sector of play two minutes into first-half stoppage time and a teammate was attending to her whereas a referee known as for trainers to examine her out. Several seconds later, DeMelo collapsed whereas a second teammate was holding her arm in an effort to maintain her upright.
DeMelo was recognized with Graves’ illness final 12 months and revealed her well being struggles earlier this season after she left a match early on account of chest tightness and dizziness. According to the Mayo Clinic, Graves’ illness is an immune system situation that causes hyperthyroidism.
“We are so grateful for the outpouring of support for Savannah,” Racing head coach Bev Yanez mentioned in a press release. “This has been an incredibly difficult time for our players and staff, who all care deeply for her, and it’s meaningful to know the entire NWSL community is behind Sav as she recovers. I’m especially thankful to the medical personnel who acted quickly to ensure her safety on Sunday night, as well as to the Seattle Reign and the NWSL for their support. It has truly meant the world to us. We will continue to support Savannah and her family in any way we can.”